Committed to Conquering SCD

Educate –  Advocate – Support

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Committed Through Education

Educate the general public about SCD.

Committed Through Advocacy

Provide financial and advocacy supportive services to persons diagnosed with SCD.

Committed Through Support

Provide treatment support to enhance the quality of life for those suffering from SCD.

OUR MISSION

Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana (SCASL) is a nonprofit organization that serves individuals living with sickle cell disease in the southern region of Louisiana. SCASL is committed to providing support and resources to those living with sickle cell disease as well as their caregivers through innovative and creative programs.

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Care Coordination

  • Insurance Navigation
  • Emergency Health Care Assistance Program
  • Lifestyle/lessons

Support Groups/Workshops

SCASL hosts monthly support group meetings for sickle cell clients, caregivers, and parents. The support groups provide education and a space for clients to connect with other clients. All support group meetings are held at the SCASL office.

SCASL workshops provide education to the public about sickle cell disease, and how you can help support our Sickle Cell Warriors.

Ryan’s Run/Walk

Through Ryan’s Run, Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana (SCASL) looks to promote education and awareness for those living with Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). Sickle Cell is a painful genetic blood disorder impacting more than 100,000 people in the United States. With 2.5 million carrying the trait, it is the most commonly inherited blood disorder in the country. Newborns can be tested at birth, but others can be tested through a blood test. Last year marked 45 YEARS of the Association’s service  for several parishes in the state of Louisiana. 

Executive Director Opening

The Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana, Inc. (hereinafter referred to as the “Association”) publishes this Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to obtain Statements of Qualification from interested individuals for the position of Interim Executive Director...

GBT Foundation Press Release

The GBT Foundation Awards $250,000 in ACE Grants to Support Sickle Cell Disease Community-Based OrganizationsThe Sickle Cell Association of South Louisiana is a 2022 GBT Foundation ACE Program Grant recipient and will be using this grant for our KNEAUX Sickle Program...

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Volunteers Needed

  • Clerical Assistance, Tutoring, Mentoring, Special Event, etc WORKPLACE GIVING
  • Provide an opportunity for employee giving through payroll deductions.

Sponsor An Event

Consider sponsoring an event at your church, school, or business to raise funds for sickle cell disease.